1961 Simca 1000 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
